I am a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey with 28 years of professional work experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Additionally, I was awarded a Fellowship at New York University to work with the chronically mentally ill. My years of experience in a hospital setting has sharpened my skills in supporting those with chronic illness, psychiatric issues, and end of life issues. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, eating disorders, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Together we can strive to help improve your quality of life, build confidence and enhance your inner peace. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Aging and geriatric issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
NJ LCSW 44SC05174900
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After only two sessions, I feel very confident with Maria
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Extremely kind and patient with me. Couldn’t be luckier.
Written on Sep 14, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Maria has been an incredibly positive influence in my life. I think most people here would agree that life doesn’t always go to plan and there are plenty of twists and turns, good and bad, that we all must navigate. Maria has taken great care in diligently listening to my life’s stories and has provided invaluable guidance and feedback to help me build the tools not only to overcome the past but also better face the world ahead of me. I consider myself very fortunate to have connected with her on betterhelp and I hope others are able to experience the same.
Written on Sep 12, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Even though it’s only been a couple sessions so far I greatly appreciate her feedback and direct but gentle manner guiding me through better ways to handle my emotions.
Written on Jun 11, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
You are a wonderful therapist and I strongly recommend.
Written on May 17, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and anger management
Caring, warm soul. Definitely concerned and wants to help.
Written on Apr 09, 2024 after therapy with Maria for 3 weeks on issues concerning parenting issues, and anger management